Look For Business Wisdom When Staffing Your Next Project
Business wisdom can be found — not just in top management — but at all levels in your workplace.
Hiring A Consultant? Set The Stage For Good Results
The benefits of bringing in a consultant depend on the amount of planning and communication you do at the front-end.
Why Focusing On “Culture Change” May Be Holding You Back
An understanding of the unique culture of our workplace is critical to success. But too much focus on changing it can get in the way.
Encouraging Candid Communications, Part Two
Here are a few pointers to encourage straight talk in the workplace.
Lessons On Candid Communications From The ‘Tennis Twins’
Tom Perrotta’s article is about a success secret of the Bryan Twins, doubles tennis champions. But maybe there’s a workplace lesson in there too.
Carwash Part 2: Samples Of Client Status Worksheet And E-mail
Your clients deserve up-to-date status reports. Here’s an easy way to make sure they get them.
Make Sure Everyone Really Knows How
A “can-do” attitude is great…but it can wreck your project if you’re not careful.
The Key Decision Point When Choosing A Vendor
A lot goes into selecting a vendor. But one question rises to the top when making the final choice.
For A Clearer Message, Take An Extra Few Seconds
Ever find yourself wishing you’d said it differently? Ask yourself a few questions up front. It’s a lot better than having to clarify, modify or apologize later.
Adjectives Describing Performance: The Good, The Bad and The Lazy
About a year ago, in an article for The Huffington Post, These Words Are So Overused They’ve Become Meaningless, Claire Fallon included amazing and awesome on the list of words that no longer have any impact. That’s as true now as it was then but, if anything, they seem to have gathered steam! And their continued use and […]